Numbers 7:59
Numbers 7:59 in Multiple Translations
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Gamaliel son of Pedahzur.
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.
and for the sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five he-lambs a year old: this was the oblation of Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.
And for the peace-offerings, two oxen, five male sheep, five he-goats, five he-lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Gamaliel, the son of Pedahzur.
and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five one-year-old male lambs. This was the offering of Gamaliel, son of Pedahzur.
And for a peace offring, two bullockes, fiue rammes, fiue hee goates, fiue lambes of a yeere olde: this was the offring of Gamliel the sonne of Pedazur.
and for a sacrifice of the peace-offerings two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs, sons of a year; this [is] the offering of Gamaliel son of Pedahzur.
and for the sacrifice of peace offerings, two head of cattle, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.
And for a sacrifice of peace-offerings, two oxen, five rams, five he-goats, five lambs of the first year: this was the offering of Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur.
And for sacrifices of peace offerings, two oxen, five rams, five buck goats, five lambs of a year old. This was the offering of Gamaliel the son of Phadassur.
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Numbers 7:59 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְ/זֶ֣בַח
הַ/שְּׁלָמִים֮
בָּקָ֣ר
שְׁנַיִם֒
אֵילִ֤ם
חֲמִשָּׁה֙
עַתֻּדִ֣ים
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים
בְּנֵי
שָׁנָ֖ה
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה
זֶ֛ה
קָרְבַּ֥ן
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל
בֶּן
פְּדָה
צֽוּר
וּ/לְ/זֶ֣בַח
zebach
H2077
sacrifice
Conj | Prep | N-ms
הַ/שְּׁלָמִים֮
shelem
H8002
peace offering
Art | N-mp
בָּקָ֣ר
bâqâr
H1241
cattle
N-cs
שְׁנַיִם֒
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
אֵילִ֤ם
ʼayil
H352
ram
N-mp
חֲמִשָּׁה֙
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
עַתֻּדִ֣ים
ʻattûwd
H6260
goat
N-mp
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים
kebes
H3532
lamb
N-mp
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
שָׁנָ֖ה
shâneh
H8141
year
N-fs
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה
châmêsh
H2568
five
Adj
זֶ֛ה
zeh
H2088
this
Pron
קָרְבַּ֥ן
qorbân
H7133
offering
N-ms
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל
Gamlîyʼêl
H1583
Gamaliel
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
פְּדָה
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
Pedahzur
N-proper
צֽוּר
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
Pedahzur
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Numbers 7:59
וּ/לְ/זֶ֣בַח
zebach
H2077
"sacrifice"
Conj | Prep | N-ms
A sacrifice refers to the act of offering an animal's flesh to God, such as in the sacrifices of righteousness or the Passover. This term encompasses various types of sacrifices, including thank offerings and covenant sacrifices. The KJV translates it as 'offer' or 'sacrifice'.
Definition: 1) sacrifice 1a) sacrifices of righteousness 1b) sacrifices of strife 1c) sacrifices to dead things 1d) the covenant sacrifice 1e) the passover 1f) annual sacrifice 1g) thank offering
Usage: Occurs in 153 OT verses. KJV: offer(-ing), sacrifice. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Samuel 2:19; Psalms 4:6.
הַ/שְּׁלָמִים֮
shelem
H8002
"peace offering"
Art | N-mp
A peace offering is a voluntary sacrifice to show thanks, like the ones described in Leviticus. It's a way to express gratitude and friendship with God. The Israelites gave these offerings to celebrate special occasions.
Definition: 1) peace offering, requital, sacrifice for alliance or friendship 1a) voluntary sacrifice of thanks
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: peace offering. See also: Exodus 20:24; Numbers 7:53; Proverbs 7:14.
בָּקָ֣ר
bâqâr
H1241
"cattle"
N-cs
Domesticated cattle or oxen, used for work or sacrifice, like the animals used in the temple sacrifices in 1 Kings 8:63.
Definition: 1) cattle, herd, oxen, ox 1a) cattle (generic pl. but sing. in form-coll) 1b) herd (particular one) 1c) head of cattle (individually)
Usage: Occurs in 172 OT verses. KJV: beeve, bull ([phrase] -ock), [phrase] calf, [phrase] cow, great (cattle), [phrase] heifer, herd, kine, ox. See also: Genesis 12:16; Deuteronomy 8:13; Psalms 66:15.
שְׁנַיִם֒
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
אֵילִ֤ם
ʼayil
H352
"ram"
N-mp
A strong tree, like an oak or a ram, symbolizes strength and power, as seen in 1 Kings 7:2 where Solomon builds a house with strong pillars. It can also refer to a chief or leader, like in 1 Chronicles 12:14 where the leaders of the tribes are listed.
Definition: 1) ram 1a) ram (as food) 1b) ram (as sacrifice) 1c) ram (skin dyed red, for tabernacle)
Usage: Occurs in 171 OT verses. KJV: mighty (man), lintel, oak, post, ram, tree. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 28:20; Psalms 66:15.
חֲמִשָּׁה֙
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
עַתֻּדִ֣ים
ʻattûwd
H6260
"goat"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word can refer to a full-grown male goat, like the ones used in sacrifices in Leviticus. It can also be used figuratively to describe leaders or important people, like the chiefs of the tribes of Israel in Numbers.
Definition: ram, he-goat, chief one
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: chief one, (he) goat, ram. See also: Genesis 31:10; Numbers 7:88; Psalms 50:9.
חֲמִשָּׁ֔ה
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
כְּבָשִׂ֥ים
kebes
H3532
"lamb"
N-mp
This word refers to a young ram or lamb, old enough to butt or fight. In the Bible, it is used to describe the animals used for sacrifice or as a symbol of innocence.
Definition: lamb, sheep, young ram
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: lamb, sheep. See also: Exodus 12:5; Numbers 28:7; Proverbs 27:26.
בְּנֵי
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
שָׁנָ֖ה
shâneh
H8141
"year"
N-fs
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
חֲמִשָּׁ֑ה
châmêsh
H2568
"five"
Adj
This Hebrew word simply means the number five. It is used throughout the Bible to describe quantities of five, such as five loaves of bread in Matthew 14:17. It can also mean a multiple of five.
Definition: 1) five 1a) five (cardinal number) 1b) a multiple of five (with another number) 1c) fifth (ordinal number)
Usage: Occurs in 272 OT verses. KJV: fif(-teen), fifth, five ([idiom] apiece). See also: Genesis 5:6; Numbers 31:45; Ezra 2:66.
זֶ֛ה
zeh
H2088
"this"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning this or that, used to point out a specific person or thing. It appears in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms, to indicate something specific. The KJV translates it as he, here, or it.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, another, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 1061 OT verses. KJV: he, [idiom] hence, [idiom] here, it(-self), [idiom] now, [idiom] of him, the one...the other, [idiom] than the other, ([idiom] out of) the (self) same, such (a one) that, these, this (hath, man), on this side...on that side, [idiom] thus, very, which. Compare H2063 (זֹאת), H2090 (זֹה), H2097 (זוֹ), H2098 (זוּ). See also: Genesis 5:1; Exodus 10:17; Numbers 14:16.
קָרְבַּ֥ן
qorbân
H7133
"offering"
N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to an offering or sacrifice brought near to the altar, and is used in the Bible to describe the sacrifices made by the Israelites. In Leviticus 1:2, it describes the burnt offering presented to God.
Definition: offering, oblation Also means: qur.ban (קֻרְבָּן "offering" H7133B)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: oblation, that is offered, offering. See also: Leviticus 1:2; Numbers 7:3; Ezekiel 40:43.
גַּמְלִיאֵ֖ל
Gamlîyʼêl
H1583
"Gamaliel"
N-proper
Gamaliel, meaning 'reward of God', was a leader of the tribe of Manasseh in the wilderness. He was the son of Pedahzur and is first mentioned in Numbers 1:10. Gamaliel played a significant role in the Israelites' journey.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.10; son of: Pedahzur (H6301) § Gamaliel = "reward of God" son of Pedahzur and the leader of the tribe of Manasseh in the wilderness
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Gamaliel. See also: Numbers 1:10; Numbers 7:54; Numbers 10:23.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
פְּדָה
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
"Pedahzur"
N-proper
Pedahzur means the Rock has ransomed, an Israelite and father of Gamaliel, a chief of Manasseh. He is mentioned in Numbers 1:10. Pedahzur lived during the time of the exodus.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.10; father of: Gamaliel (H1583) § Pedahzur = "the Rock has ransomed" father of Gamaliel who was the chief of the tribe of Manasseh at the time of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pedahzur. See also: Numbers 1:10; Numbers 7:54; Numbers 10:23.
צֽוּר
Pᵉdâhtsûwr
H6301
"Pedahzur"
N-proper
Pedahzur means the Rock has ransomed, an Israelite and father of Gamaliel, a chief of Manasseh. He is mentioned in Numbers 1:10. Pedahzur lived during the time of the exodus.
Definition: A man living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Num.1.10; father of: Gamaliel (H1583) § Pedahzur = "the Rock has ransomed" father of Gamaliel who was the chief of the tribe of Manasseh at the time of the exodus
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pedahzur. See also: Numbers 1:10; Numbers 7:54; Numbers 10:23.
Study Notes — Numbers 7:59
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Context — Offerings of Dedication
57one young bull, one ram, and one male lamb a year old for a burnt offering;
58one male goat for a sin offering;
59and a peace offering of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs a year old. This was the offering of Gamaliel son of Pedahzur.
60On the ninth day Abidan son of Gideoni, the leader of the Benjamites, drew near. 61His offering was one silver platter weighing a hundred and thirty shekels, and one silver bowl weighing seventy shekels, both according to the sanctuary shekel and filled with fine flour mixed with oil for a grain offering;Numbers 7:59 Summary
Numbers 7:59 describes the peace offering of Gamaliel son of Pedahzur, which was given to God as a symbol of worship and fellowship. This offering, consisting of two oxen, five rams, five male goats, and five male lambs, demonstrates the importance of following God's instructions, as seen in Leviticus 1-7. Just like the Israelites, we can show our love and gratitude to God through our worship and service, as seen in Romans 12:1 and Hebrews 13:15-16. By following God's commands and giving our best to Him, we can experience peace and fellowship with Him, as promised in Psalm 119:165 and John 14:27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the peace offering in Numbers 7:59?
The peace offering in Numbers 7:59 symbolizes the worshiper's desire for fellowship and peace with God, as seen in Leviticus 3:1-17, and is a key part of the dedication of the altar in Numbers 7.
Why are the specific animals and their quantities listed in Numbers 7:59?
The specific animals and quantities listed in Numbers 7:59, such as two oxen and five rams, were likely determined by God's instructions in Leviticus 1-7 and signify the importance of following God's commands, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 12:32.
Who was Gamaliel son of Pedahzur and why is he mentioned in Numbers 7:59?
Gamaliel son of Pedahzur was a leader of the tribe of Manasseh, as seen in Numbers 1:10 and Numbers 2:20, and his offering in Numbers 7:59 represents the tribe's commitment to God, similar to the leaders' offerings in Numbers 7:1-88.
How does Numbers 7:59 relate to the broader context of Numbers 7?
Numbers 7:59 is part of the larger narrative of the dedication of the altar in Numbers 7, where each of the twelve tribes of Israel presents an offering to God, as instructed in Numbers 7:1-3, demonstrating their unity and devotion to Him, similar to the unity seen in Exodus 35:20-29.
Reflection Questions
- What does the peace offering in Numbers 7:59 teach me about the importance of worship and fellowship with God in my own life?
- How can I, like Gamaliel, demonstrate my commitment to God through my actions and offerings, as seen in Matthew 5:16 and 2 Corinthians 9:6-7?
- What role does obedience to God's commands, as seen in Numbers 7:59, play in my relationship with Him, as emphasized in John 14:15 and 1 John 2:3-6?
- In what ways can I, like the Israelites in Numbers 7, show my gratitude and love for God through my worship and service, as seen in Romans 12:1 and Hebrews 13:15-16?
Gill's Exposition on Numbers 7:59
And for a sacrifice of peace offerings,.... [See comments on Numbers 7:17]. Gamaliel the son of Pedahzur; see Numbers 1:10.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Numbers 7:59
His offering was one silver charger, the weight whereof was an hundred and thirty shekels, one silver bowl of seventy shekels, after the shekel of the sanctuary; both of them full of fine flour